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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
HARBoR OF VERA CRUZ.



Made Safe at Last.
Perhaps the worst point Of all the gulf is
precisely the so called harbor of Vera Cruz.
The open sea is far preferable in a storm
When Mime Calderon de la Barca, the wife
of the first Spanish minister to Mexico, made
the voyage from Havana to Vera Cruz, the
sailing vessel aboard of which she was beat
up and down the coast for fourteen days, in
sight of her intended port nearly all the time,
waiting for the storm to abate, that it might
he safe to venture into the harbor. In mol
ern times it is not infrequent to see even
steamships make haste to get their anchors
up and stand out to sea at the approach OF
storm, such course Offering less risks than
to remain at the treacherous anchorage. Yet
such is Mexican conservatism and inertia it
is probable that no attempt would have been
made to render the first Mexican port of
entry more worthy of the name of harbor
had not the impending loss of trade and the
threatened destruction of the commercial
supremacy of Vera Cruz led the merchants
of that city to bestir themselves.
As the lines of the Central railroad came
nearer together, the construction in the south
approaching that in the north, the Vera
Crusanos saw the danger menacing them of
losing a large part of their importations
from the United States. This startled them,
but when they saw this audacious road, in
addition. planning TO build branch to the
Gulf itself-not only that, but proposing to
have comnodious harbor, with whaTyes
and piers, at Tuxpan-they began tumult-
uously to besiege the general government to
4h.;,, hon hot hn
late Capt Eads was invited by the Mexican
government to inspect the harbor of Vera
Cruz and to submit plans for its improve
n,ent His Recommendation was the very
sensible one of building bieakwater across
the entire northern end of the channel be
tween the shore and the island of Uma,
which really is what is now dignitied by the
name of harbor. In this way protection
would be afforded from the violent storms
which sweep down from the morrill, oppor-
tunIty would be given for dredging out the
channel TO a more uniform depth, and docks
would become feasible.
Along the general line of his Suggestions
the Mexican government has since conducted
the work But it has dragged with charac.
teristic slowness At the time that the move
ment was first vigorously undertaken the
writer was aboard an English steamer in
Vera Cruz. He asked the captain when he
thought the works would be completed. His
reply was that he had been consulting on that
point with a number of other commanders
long familiar on the Mexican coast, and that
the average of their surmses as to the time Of
the completion of the harbor put that even
about $50 years off-New York Times.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

Consumption, wasting diseases and
general debility. Doctors disagree as to
the relative value of Cod Liver Oil and
Hypophosphites; the one supplying
strength and flesh, and the other giving
nerve power. and acting as tonic to the
digestive and entire system. But in
SCOTS Emulsion of Cod Liver Oh with
Hypophosphites the two are combined,
and the effect is wonderful. Thousands
who have derived no permanent benefit
from other preparations have been cured
by this. SCOTS Emulsion is perfectly
palatable and easily digested by those
who cannot tolerate plain Cod Liver Oil
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
The Latest Agony.

The new and widely promising agony
is for young lady to obtain bit of satin
and paint upon it with her own hand a
Marguerite, hollyhock, pond lily or
whatever design she has practiced most in
private, and forward it to her best young
man, who will encircle 1t about his collar
and wear it for a necktie. This is signif-
cant, when you think of it. 1t means
that the silken halter, thus beautifully
decorated, is typical of that moose which
holds for life and has terribly tighten
ing grip.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
GOOD RESULTS IN EyERY CASE.

D. A. Bradford, wholesale paper dealer
of Chattanooga, Tenn, writes, that he
was seriously afflicted with severe cold
that settled on his lungs; had tried many
remedies without benefit. Being induced
to Try DR.. Kings New Discovery for con-
sumption, did SO and was entirely cured
by the use of few bottles. Since which
time he has used it in his family for all
coughs and colds with best results. This
is the experience of thousands whose lives
have been saved by this wonderful dis
coverv. Trial bottles free al Hartz &
Bahnsen. drug. store
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

The executive committee of the Rock
Island County Veteran association met at
Milan Saturday, when arrangements were
made for the encampment of the associa
ton on Big island in September and sp
pointment of committees on transportation
reception. ground and tents. Other mai
ters were attended to ard the executive
committee adjourned to meet on the
camp grounds. Sept. |.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

A wild man was captured by the citi-
zens of Warren county, near Monmouth.
He had hair that measured over five feet
in length. and from its appearance ii had
not been combed for years. Beard two
feet long covered his face. His language
is unintelligible No trace of where he
came from can be discovered IL took a
dozen men to hold him TO bind his hands
and feet. The citizens are iu quandary
what to do with their catch. Send for
Raruun
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
Remedy In Kidney Atf.crlon.

My kidneys have been SO affected |
have been compelled to get up as much
as ten times in one night. l had pains
in my side, back aud left shoulder, and
when down could hardly rise. | was
unable to bend my body without great
pain tried Simmons Liver Regulator
and my condition has improved so much
that | hardly ever feel any of my old
trouble" W. johnson, Express agent.
Macon, Ga. q
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
BUCKLEN's ARNICA sALyE.

The greatest medical wonder of the world
Warranted to speedily cure burns, bruises
cuts, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores. can
GERS, piles, chilblains, corns, letter, chap
ped hands, and all skin eruptions, guaran-
teed to cure in every instance. or money
refunded. % cents per box For sale by
Hartz - BabnseB.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23


This is especially true of n purge. The
average man or woman does not precise
" banker after it, as a rule, but when
taken. wishes it to be prompt, sure and
effective. DIR. Picrcc's Pleasant Purga-
tive Pellets leave nothing to be desired in
point of fficacy, and yet their action is
totally free from any unpleasant symp-
toms or disagreeable afGr>effects. Purely
vegetable; perfectly harmless.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

t does seem too bad that Tim Cough
should have to bear the bulk of the
possibility for the Chatsworth horror.
may have been negligent. but he did
advertise and get great crowd and
u thousand people on double,
and take all the risks of just such
ident as occurred, simply to save
Let Tim have company in jail.
mouth Gazette.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
The Baby Is "All Stopped M. >

1--WE took it out riding in its carriage
and it went to sleep. 1t caught cold
while we were carrying it from the car
rage back into the house." The Holman
Adjustable bsby-carriage can be detached
from the wheels and carried into the
house without disturbing the baby. See
advertisement and send for catalogue.
275 Wabash avenue, Chicago, I'll
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

Clark Smith, of Fort Supply, and Miss
Gussey Mason, Of Fort Sill, were married
by telegraph on Monday. The report
says that everything went lovely, and a
full ceremony was given be means of
lightning
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
SHERIFF'S SALE.

By virtue of an Execution and Fee Bill No GIT,
ssned out of the clerks office of the circuit court
of Rock Island county, and state of Illinois, and
to me directed, whereby am commanded to make
the amount of q certain Judgment recently OBJ
tanned against James Cook, in favor Of j. c
Wright, out of the lands, tenements, goods
and chattels of the said defendant, James Cook,
| have levied upon the following property
to-wit:
The northeast quarter of section thlrty-tve Obs
and the east one hundred and twenty d20) acres
of the southeast quarter Of section twenty six
(26l. all in ownship sixteen 06l north range ont
~ west OF the Fourth principal meridian, in the
county of Rock island and state of Illinois.
Therefore. according to said command, | shat
expose for sale, at public auction, all the right
title and interest Of the above named james
Cook in and to the above described property
on Thursday, the LIST day of september, 1887, at
O'Clock p. m, at the north door Of the residence
of the said james Cook, in Rural township, IN th'
county Of Rock Island and state OF ILLINOIS
for cash in hand, to satisfy said execution an'
fee bill
Dated at Rock Island this 9th day OF August
II 1897 #. s SILVIS,
sheriff of Rock Island County. Illinois
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

In will proved in surroSates court,
Kingston, lately, IA large variety OF led quilts
were devised to a member of a family.
Among the quilts enumerated were "bss5}}sar
quilt, "nine block quilt" sixteen block
quilt ''lons cabin quilt, cred and white
star quilt, brick red quilt" and ''bue
and white old fashioned coveriid. Kingston
Freeman
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

The Methodist Episcopal church a,
Lucknow, India, is enjoying remarka'
BILE ''time of refreshing" Twenty si1
persons have connected themselves witt
the church during the past three months
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
For sale by T. H. Thomas, Rock Islal

Paul de Cassagnac says: m. Ferry,
without being a skilled swor,lsman, could
still hold his own with Gen. Boulanger.
The general ought to challenge Paul now
for his gratuitous reflection.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
LOCAL NOTICES.

Insure in the Boylston Insurance Co. OF
Boston, Mass. organized 1872. Assets
nearly 81 ,000,oo0. f. W. Hurst, agent,
Office over Rock Island National Bank.
Dr. Lamerouxs medicines may be
found at the following drug stores: Mar
shall & Fisher, Hartz & Bahnsen, Otto
Grotian, L. H. Thomas and john Beng
ston.
f. f. Parmenter, attorney at law.
Makes collections. loans money and will
attend to any legal business intrusted to
him Office, postoffice block. Rock Isl
and, Ills. ds&wly
krell s Math have from foar to six
flavors of ice cream to select from, and in
making their fruit flavors they use moth
ing but the fruit itself for flavor. thereby
guaranteeing their patrons the fruit
fiavors. and the purest ice cream to be had
in the three cities. Call and give them d
trial and become convinced.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

CHARLoTT, N. c., April 81. 1886.
After using B. B. B. unhesitatingly
state that it did more good for my kidney
complaint than all other remedies com
5ined. Its action is speedy and | cheer
fully recommend it for kidney derange>
ments. T. B. CALLAHAN
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

Fourteen thousand openly-professed
Protestants belong to the sixty Protes
tant organizations IN Spain. 1t is just
eighteen years since the first Protestant
chapel was opened in Madrid.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
Removed.

", D. Harris has removed his
and insurance office to 1909
venue, over o. Grotjan's drug
osite his old Office, where he
Ito see all who wish to buy or
ate, or wish first class insur>
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

All who desire full information about
the cause and cure of blood poisons,
scrotula and screfulous swellings, ulcers,
sores. rheumatism, kidney complaints,
catarrh, ETC., can secure by mail, free, a
copy OF our % page illustrated book of
wonders, filled with the most wonderful
and startling proof ever before known.
Address, BLOOD BALM Co,
Atlanta, Ga
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
nOSFORD's ACID PHOSPHATE

IMPROVES NUTRITION.
DR.. A. Trau, Philadelphia, says; ut
promotes digestion and improves general
nutrition of the nervous system
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
VERY NERVOUS.

For many years have been afflicted
with rheumatism, combined with some
kidney troubles. Indigestion finally added
to my misery and | soon became feeble
and very nervous, and my whole system
was Frustrated. Several physicians were
employed and numerous patent medicines
resorted to without benefit. After seeing
so many testimonials extolliDg the won>
derful merit of B. b. B., commenced its
use and the effect was like magic. Rheu,
matte pains ceased, my kidneys were re
lieved and my constitution improved al
once, and l cheerfully recommend it to
others who may be similarly afflicted.
Miss S. ToMLINsoN.
Atlanta. Ga. NAV 4 1886,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

The backbone of summer is broken in
Michigan, where they have actually had
q frost.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
BLOOD POISON.

Three years ago | contracted blood
poison. Iapplied to a physician at once
and bis treatment came near killing me.
l employed an old physician and then
went to Ky. then went to Hot Springs
and remained two months, but nothing
seemed to cure me permanently, although
temporary relief was given me. My con
dition grew desperate and applied to a
noted qusck, but l did not improve
then used a preparation which was pres
scribed gratis" but it contained too
much alcohol and aggravated my suffer
iugs. l then placed myself under the
treatment of noted Nashville physician
and for time was benefited, but by fall
| returned home ruined mau physically
and financially, with but little prospects
of ever getting we'll My money being
exhausted. did not know what to do /.
In May, 1885. my mother persuaded me
to get bottle of b. B. B. (made in At
lanta) and did so TO crafty her. but To
my utter establishment had not finished
the first bottle before every ulcer had
been healed.
To the present time | have used five
bottles and have received more benefit
than from all the rest combined; and Am
| satisfied that B. B. B is the most won
derful blood purifier ever before known,
and urge all afflicted young men to Try
| one single bottle aud be convinced.
can truly say think il the best medicine
| in the world T. T HALLERToN.
Macon, Ga, Nav [. 1886.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
VIM. MeEnlry,

Attorney at law, loans money on good
security, makes collections. Reference,
Mitchell u Lynde, bankers. Office in
post office block
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23

22-AsSigpment of Moline Stove Co.
Assignee's final report filed and approved
and assignee discharged.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
EXECUTRIX's NOTICE.

Estate of james z. Mott Deceased.
The undersigned. having been appointed tx
ecurix uf the last will and Testament Of James
T. Mott late Of the county Of Rock Island,
state of Illinois, deceased, hereby gives notice
that she will appear before the county court OF
Rock Island county. at the office of the clerk
of said court in the city of Rock Island, at the
Oct oher term, on the First Monday in October
next, at which time all persons having claims
AGAINST said estate are notified and requested 10
attend for the purpose of having the sameadi us-
ed. All persons indebted to said estate are re-
quested to make immediate payment to the I'M
dersigned.
dated this 25th day of July. A. D., 1887.
LlLLIS |. MOTT, Executrix.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
WHEN YOU TRAVEL

inc selected by the United States Government to carry
the East Mall.-the
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1887-08-23
MINIATURES & ST. PAUL.

Accommodation trains leave Rock Island at 6 90
a. m. and Sop. M; arrive at2O5 q. m and 3'Sl
p. m.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Conover Bros. have just received large
and well selected stock o. piauos Among
them are seen some new styles in "Stenway
Il Sons" in uprights, with beautifully en-
graved panels. These styles are not shown
in the catalogues. They have pianos at all
prices and at prices that every customer gets
the year round. Pianos at S175, $500, 1925,
$3.50, $500, $3.50, 1910, $500, $3.50, $500, and
up. These prices are standard at ell times.
The pianos they sell for $500 is the best piano
ever offered for the money by any firm in
ne west, The piano is large, : Is octave,
) Strings, t feet inch case, aud beautiful in
design. Remember these are standard prices
20 everyone who calls. - If
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
A Common Mtsrshs

Why do so many intelligent persons stub.
oorniy refuse to take any kind Of medicine
lor shgnt illness, when first taken sick, and
when the greatest benefit may be derived
from plain simple treatment. Nearly always
the first act of a physician when called. Is 10
prescribe remedies to move the bowels, 10
regulate the liver, open the secretions and
aid nature. Why do not intelligent person.
take the same plain treatment in time them.
selves, try it and take st. Patrick's pills, they
are guaranteed to give satisfaction. Tney
oct mildly without gripping or irritation, ana
are thorough in their effect, they are q per.
feet physic for men, women or children Sole
by Aldrich, Brown & Allen. lA-r
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Rev. Andrew s. Wooton, pastor Of the
First NJ. E. church, Of Peru, Ind, is in the
city visiting his brother, Isaac c. Wooton,
at River Side. He is greatly pleased with
the site OF "John Bright University" and
takes great interest in its success and will be
factor in making it succeed. He will make
investments in our city, being fully convinc-
ed of its future. In speaking of the Peerless
Princess he said that she was the best adver-
tised town n his country. better than any
other and SO far as he was concerned, the
place fully filled his expectations. The Rev.
gentleman will return to his home and the
effect of his report of the city wilt no doubt
be very beneficial
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
August Excursion

To California via the Missouri Pacific Fort
Scott route) will leave Wichita at 9:35 a. M
Wednesday, August 10, II, "a and 81. Sixty
dollars for the round trip. Tickets good six
months with privilege of stopping off at any
point enrOute or returning. This is the only
line going via the southern route and allow
ing excursonists to return via Ogden, Salt
Lake and the Denver & Rio Grande(the great
scenic route without extra charge Passen-
gers can also return via Portland upon an
additional payment of SIS 20 for berths in
Pullman or family sleepers. For further in
formation apply to N. c. Keeran, passenger
agent, 1877 N. Main. 65-tf
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
WEST SIDE NATIONAL Rank.
Certificate of Authority to Commence Banking.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT,


OFFICE OF COMPTROLLER OF CURRENCY.
WASHINGTON, July 10, 1887.
WHEREAS, By satisfactory evidence pre-
sented to the undersigned. it has been mad,
TO appear that THE WEST SIDE NATION
AL BANK of WICHITA" in the CITY OF
Wichita, IN the county of Sedgwick and
state of Kansas, has complied with all the
provisions of the statutes of the United
States, required to be complied with before
an association shall be authorized to com
mence the business Of banking.
Now, therefore, |, William l.. Trenholm.
comptroller of the currency, do hereby GER
tify that the West Side National Bank of
Wichita, in the City of Wichita, in the coun-
ty OF Sedgwick and state OF Kansas, is
authorized to commence the business of
banking as provided in section fifty-one hun
dred and sixty-nine of the revised statutes of
the United States.
In testimony whereof, witness nv band
and seal OF office this 10Th day Of July, 1887.
lSeal ". l.. TRENHOLM.
Comp troller Of he Currency.
No. 3,75S. d57-s3t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
Read, and Order What You Should Have,
Comply With the Law.


Each township trustee should have trus
tees record, road record, poor record, and q
full set of township reports and other blanks,
worth at least s.. Also some stationery
Each township treasurer should have q
treasurer's record.
Each township clerk should have a clerks
record and warrant book.
Each justice of the peace should have a
civil docket, criminal docket, stray record,
transcripts, compiled laws of 1885, and full
assortment of blanks.
Each constable should have an assortment
of blanks.
Each road overseer should have a road
overseer's account book, receipt book for
labor, receipt book for extra work, and re-
ceips book for material used
The above should be furnished to the Off
GERS of each well regulated township, at the
expense of the township.
For sale at the EAGLE office. Orders
promptly filled by mail or express prepaid.
4S-tf wilt
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Sealed bids will be received until the 1st
day of September, 1887, by the school board
Of school district No. p, Kingman county,
Kansas, for building a brick school house
40x60 feet in the town of Norwich and fur
nishing all material therefor Except the
brick according to The plans and specifica-
tions now on file with the district clerk.
The board reserves the right to reject any
and all bids. E. B. WHITMAN,
F. w. RUSSELL, Clerk. Director.
rs liz
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Mr.. HENRY d. HEIsERMAN, Wichita, Kas.
DEAR SIR:-We see by notice from Gar
field Post G. A. r. published in the Wichita
EAGLE of August 18th that you are about to
take the lecture field. In view of this fact
the Women's Relief Corps No. 40 would So
licit you to give lecture for the benefit OF
the relief fund, at G. A Hall in this city, at
your earliest convenience. Subject, your
trip to the lakes. Con-. OF LADIES.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
summer Tours, Tickets

To the lakes and all resorts Of the north
and east are now on sale at the eft Scott
office. To those who contemplate leaving
the city during the heated term, the Missouri
Pacific R'y, 'sFt. Scott Route" offer advAn-
tages in the way of elegant reclining chair
cars, palace sleepers, fast time, etc. IN
equalled by any competing line. For tourist
guide, maps and other information, call on
or address, n. C. Keeran, City Passenger
and Ticket Agent, III Main st. 2l-tf
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Hunter the famous medicine man has ar
rived aud will administer remedies to suffer
| ing humanity. Grand free concert will be
nightly corner Market and Williams streets
DR.. Hunter has a special coach Office car at
Douglas street depot where he Will receive
| visitors during the day. d77-2,+
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18
Contractors.

Bids wanted for the erection of the Citi-
zens' national bank building, Concordia, Kan
size 90 by 66 feet. three stories and basement.
For particulars address the Citizens Nation
al Bank Building Association, Concordia,
Kansas. Plans and specifications can be seen
at the associations office or in the office of
Eckel & Mann, architects, st Joseph, Mo
d14-6t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-08-18

Frank Yike, who has been located az
Eureka Springs, Arkansas, for year or Two
past. returned to the city yesterday BRING
ing Mrs Yike pair Of ponies and buggy.
Frank says it was hard to recognize his old
homestead and as for the city it will take
him two weeks to encompass 1t understand
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